replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplās-mənt 

1

: the action or process of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another especially in a job or function

Synonyms

• backup
• cover
• designated hitter
• fill-in
• locum tenens
• pinch hitter
• relief
• reserve
• stand-in
• sub
• substitute

Examples of replacement in a Sentence

We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner.

Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?

Recent Examples on the Web

However, according to Amazon shoppers, the pants are so much more than your favorite pair of workout leggings—they’re a replacement for trousers. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 15 Feb. 2025

The city recently began a search for her replacement. —Zachery Eanes, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025

The ones that will thrive are the ones that find the replacements. —Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025

Black, an injury replacement for the Rising Stars event, averages 9.3 points, 2.6 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 52 games. McClung, selected for his third Rising Stars event, notched 24.5 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.3 rebounds during 32.9 minutes in 15 G League games with Osceola, Orlando’s affiliate. —Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing replacement

• estrogen replacement therapy
• hormone replacement therapy
• replacement set
• replacement therapy

Kids Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplā-smənt 

1

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another : substitute

Legal Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment

1

a

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

b

: an insurer's option under a policy to replace or repair damaged property rather than pay the insured for the loss

2

: something that replaces

specifically : a new fixed asset or portion of an asset that takes the place of one discarded (as because of deterioration)